Quick Hits: The More Things Change Edition

In Red Wings Land

Joe Veleno continues roll as Red Wings beat Blues in Prospects tourney - mlive.com

Veleno has been trying some real big-boy hockey moves so far in this tournament and has four goals to show for his efforts. I also think Hirose has been a quiet standout on the ice with how quickly he can build speed and how strong he’s been on the puck. Moritz Seider continues to look like a rock as well.

Around the League

Connor McDavid skates with Oilers: ‘It feels like nothing’s changed’ - Sportsnet.ca

I can’t be the only person who read that headilne and immediately thought it was a bad thing before quickly realizing that’s not what they meant.

But Also

Hey look, personality from a Canadian team!